Bim and construction management: proven tools, methods, and workflows

BIM and Construction Management is a complete reference and integration guide that features practical advice, tested methods and workflows, and detailed tutorials. Featuring such popular, familiar tools and software as Revit, SketchUp, Innovaya, Timberline, and more, this in-depth book shows readers the best way to accomplish crucial tasks. BIM and Construction Management includes information on preconstruction BIM tools for estimating, site coordination, enhanced schedule visualization, and phasing. It shows estimating teams how to leverage BIM for increased speed and accuracy. It explains the best way to set up files and models to foster smooth communications internally and with the trades. It explains how to weave together BIM and sustainable construction workflows and details integrated project delivery workflows. It also discusses in-field RFIs and how theyre best managed, tracked, and resolved. Finally, it delves into the best facility management models so that the industry has an entire picture of how the tools, techniques and workflows presented will benefit each discipline. BIM and Construction Management provides solutions that are based on years of in-the-trenches experience on projects large and small. Packed with field-tested tips, tricks, methods, and workflowsand supported by hands-on exercises and tutorials that reinforce the detailed discussionsBIM and Construction Management is the comprehensive resource for all professionals who want to successfully integrate BIM.

1. BIM and Construction Management.

2. BIM and Pre Construction.

3. BIM and Construction.

4. BIM and Budget Management.

5. BIM and Construction Administration.

6. BIM and Sustainability.

7. BIM and Facility Management.

8. The Future of BIM.